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Features of the Arcteryx Mistral 16 Messenger Bag
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Arcteryx Mistral 16 Messenger Bag
REVIEWED BY: ACORN79 5/21/2009
"I recently purchased this bag as a mid-volume replacement for an old MEC shoulder bag. I was looking for something that was comfortable to wear for extended periods, had lots of pockets, and had good storage capacity for the size. Primarily, it had to be versatile, and something I could use on a day-to-day basis, but be able to use it as a carry-on bag for international travel. This bag amply does all that. Pros - Great storage for the size of the bag. The roll-top closure system can pack quite a bit into the main compartment, and the design holds its shape well when it’s fully loaded. - Lots of pockets, both internally and within the main compartment. Cons - The shoulder-strap pockets are a tad small. They will fit a couple of granola bars, or a small cell phone, an iPod Touch is a very tight fit, especially with a protective sleeve. - The bottom of the bag has a ‘V’ shape to it, which doesn’t allow the bag to sit upright when it’s fully loaded. As a final note, while the Mistral 16 does ho"